Joseph Francis Fitzsimmons 68, lifelong resident of Oswego, NY passed away peacefully on
February 14, 2022, at the Oswego Hospital after a courageous battle with cholangiocarcinoma, with
his loving family at his side.
He was born in Oswego, the son of the late Frank and Anna (Solazzo) Fitzsimmons . Joe married
his wife Linda Terminella on May 7, 1983, in Oswego.
Joe was a member of the United Association, Local 73 Plumbers and Pipefitters, for over 35 years,
working at many various job sites. He was a sports enthusiast who especially enjoyed watching the
Yankees baseball games and supporting SU Orange. Joe was an avid reader and enjoyed golf. He
was inducted into the Oswego Softball Hall of Fame in 2004. He was a lover of all animals big or
small.
Joe is survived by his wife of 38 years Linda (Terminella) Fitzsimmons, their son Joseph and
daughter-in-law Maggie Fitzsimmons of Oswego; his siblings James (Marcia) Bevacqua, John
Fitzsimmons (Linda), and Cathy (Bill) Pullen all of Oswego. He also leaves behind his Aunt Fran
Solazzo, and his father-in-law Frank Terminella, along with his nieces and nephews Jim and
Ashlee Bevacqua, John (Kristen) Fitzsimmons, Tom and Dave Wild, Stephanie (Greg)
Colasurdo, and Jeffrey Primeau. In addition he is survived by many great nieces, nephews and
cousins. He was also predeceased by his mother-in-law Lois Terminella, and brother-in-law
Jerry Primeau.
The family would like to thank Dr. Santosh Kumar and all his staff at Hematology Oncology
Associates for their compassion and care given to Joe. To remember Joe in a special way, please
make a donation in his name to Cancer Connects, 5008 Brittonfield Parkway, P.O. Box 2010, East
Syracuse, NY 13057, or the Oswego County Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.
At Joe’s request there will be no services, and his burial at St. Peter’s Cemetery will be private.
The arrangements are in the care of the Sugar & Scanlon Funeral Home, 147 W. 4th. St. Oswego.
Linda and family, Im so sorry to hear the news of Joe. We did not know he was sick. May he rest in peace. It seems as though these past several months have been hard on our family. Praying for strength and peace for everyone!
Chrissy Solazzo Hutchinson
So sorry to you both. Linda and Joe are in my thoughts.
Linda and family, so sad to hear of your loss of Joe, many fond memories of years ago, sending my most heart felt sympothy, Kate Briand
We are so so sorry to hear about Joe. We had many a good times playing softball and all the partying afterwards. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Deana and Pic
Linda and Family – I was so very sorry to read about Joe. You are all in my prayers at this sad time…
Sincerely, Becky
So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with Linda and Joe.
Linda I’m so sorry to hear about Joe. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Debi Favata-Lee
Linda
My prayers go to you and your Family.
There are no words…. Only comforting friends and Family at this time.
Linda, John, Cathy and your families,
From my family to yours we send our deepest sympathy to you and yours at this painful time. Your all in our prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and his many friends. I certainly will miss my good friend. Rest In Peace Buddy !
Linda and family, may the thoughts and prayers of family and friends comfort you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
I have many great memories with Fitz my condolences